Dragonfly Paddle Boats

Located at Marsh Boardwalk, North America

April - October

Thursday - Sunday

10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m (Last boat goes out at 4 p.m.)

Weather Dependent

Age and Weight Limits Apply

At the North Carolina Zoo, guests will have an opportunity to enjoy a paddle boat adventure on the North America Lake. Guests can take a 30 minute paddle on one of 24 boats, complete with canopies. Buoys will conveniently guide guests as they enjoy the native wildlife lake adventure.

Individual weight limit for participation in this attraction is 250 lbs. Riders must be at least 2 years old. Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a paying rider 16 or older.

FAQs

Why are the paddle boats sometimes closed?

Paddle boats close due to winds over 12 mph because it becomes difficult to maneuver the boats in winds over 12 mph, thunderstorms or EXTREME HEAT. Rain is another reason for closures. The decks of the boats become slick when wet and there is a slipping hazard.

Who can ride the Paddle boats?

For safety reasons children under two may not ride, there is a 250 pound individual weight limit, 400 pound combined weight limit for the two seat boats and an 800 pound combined weight limit for the four seat boats. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied with someone over 16 years old.